Melleen Simon

Supported critical functions that kept multi-site transportation operation compliant, organized, and efficient.

• Directed purchasing, parts procurement, inventory control, vendor coordination, and maintenance support across three locations.
• Maintained DOT-compliant fleet records, fuel tracking programs, and asset documentation for company-owned, as well as municipally owned vehicles operated under contract.
• Served as liaison for municipal and public-sector partners, including transit authorities and county agencies, to coordinate fleet maintenance and compliance requirements for buses operated under contract.
• Completed facility inspections and maintained records to support regulatory requirements, workplace safety, and operational standards.
• Collaborate with maintenance personnel, vendors, drivers, and other operational staff to support fleet reliability and minimize downtime.

Coordinated daily operations of high-volume retail and commercial parts warehouse, managing staff, overseeing fleet, and enhancing customer service.

• Facilitated parts research, sourcing, and procurement for retail customers and commercial fleet accounts across 30-mile service area.
• Coordinated incoming and outgoing inventory, optimized delivery routes, and dispatched drivers to ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Acted as weekend Store Manager, overseeing staff, vehicle operations, cash management, and executing opening and closing procedures.
• Built and maintained relationships with commercial account holders, regularly meeting with business owners to assess inventory requirements, identify solutions, and support customer retention.
• Operated company vehicles to perform account visits, facilitate deliveries, and support operational needs during peak-volume periods.

Oversaw daily operations across three separate entities within a diversified private ownership group.

• Managed inventory control, purchasing, and supply replenishment for three entities, ensuring accuracy through audits and operational reporting.
• Coordinated workforce management activities, including recruiting, onboarding, training, cross-training, performance support, and employee separations.
• Directed staffing assignments and employee scheduling to maintain adequate coverage, optimize workflow, and meet operational demands.
• Maintained accountability for cash management, deposits, register reconciliation, and accurate financial and operational recordkeeping.
• Developed and executed marketing and promotional initiatives that increased customer traffic, sales volume, and revenue.
• Supported business continuity by providing hands-on operational assistance across departments during staffing shortages and peak-demand periods.

Advanced to Senior Clerk through extensive cross-training and demonstrated proficiency across warehouse administrative and operational functions, eventually responsible for training new hires and cross-training existing employees in multiple clerical roles and procedures.

• Coordinated incoming and outgoing order processing in a fast-paced, high-volume distribution center, assigning work to order selectors and lumpers, managing workflow priorities, and preparing shipping documentation.
• Provided coverage across all warehouse clerical functions, supporting efficient workflows and continuity during staffing shortages and peak operational demands.
• Assisted management with confidential personnel and payroll responsibilities for a department averaging approximately 200 employees, including payroll processing, maintaining personnel records, preparing disciplinary documentation, and participating in disciplinary meetings.